Lending for business acquisitions is evolving quickly as buyers seek more flexible, accessible ways to finance the purchase of established businesses. Traditional business acquisition loans remain widely used, but lenders are offering more variety in terms and structures, along with faster approval processes. SBA 7(a) loans continue to be the preferred option for many buyers,...
Written by: Mike Wheelock, Sunbelt Business Advisor I have been a business advisor for the past twenty-three years. I have been the quarterback of most types of transactions. Early in my career, after successfully helping ten or so business owners transition their life's work, I was amazed at how different each transaction can be. In...
It's worth asking: do you want to Grow or Go? Is now the time to keep building — or to exit and move on to the next chapter of your life. And here's another question: if a well-funded buyer approached you tomorrow with a serious offer, would you be ready? According to the Exit Planning...
By Jill TenHaken, Business Broker/Consultant As an owner ready to sell your business, you’ve put hours of time into pulling the right financial reports, digging up contracts, and adequately communicating the potential for your business. You’ve wrestled with the what ifs, found a trusted business broker, and are ready to go to market. While it...
Purchasing a business is one of the most significant financial decisions you can make. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned entrepreneur, securing the right financing can be the difference between a smooth transaction and a stressful ordeal. One of the smartest moves you can make is to work with a preferred lending partner....
As we dive further into 2026, we wanted to share relevant insights with you from the most recent Market Pulse survey in Q4 of 2025. Here are the highlights: Market Sentiment Continues to Ride for Sellers Seller confidence continues to rise year over year as buyer participation and demand continues to grow. In the current seller's...
By Tyler Petzel, CPA and Derek Bostrom, CPABlog adapted from Important tax considerations for selling your business under OBBBA - Abdo Enacted on July 4, 2025, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) brought significant changes to the business landscape. In this article, Abdo Partner and Manufacturing leader Tyler Petzel and Senior Manager Derek Bostrom...
In today’s competitive marketplace, differentiating yourself from other buyers is critical to having your offer accepted. Here are a few things to consider that will help you stand out: Get A Financing Estimate Knowing what you can afford and showing the seller that you have the financial ability to close on the transaction will show...
If you are preparing to exit your business and sell to your business partner, one of the key questions that needs to be asked is “how will the transaction be funded?” Whoever the eventual buyer may be, one thing is for certain: They will need a funding resource. Whether through an SBA loan, conventional loan,...
